Unlimited liability rule recommended for private companies to minimize social costs
Limited liability protection for shareholders in companies allows them to make profits without risking their personal assets. An analysis of the economic efficiency of limited liability shows that the benefits generally outweigh the costs for Share Companies. To maintain efficiency, certain measures like mandatory insurance and minimum capital requirements should be implemented. Unlimited liability is more efficient for tort creditors, while for private companies, the difference between limited and unlimited liability is minimal. Unlimited liability is recommended for private companies to reduce social costs.